Communal housing for the elderly

Communal housing may be an option when you can no longer live safely in your home with home care, services that support living at home or informal care, but you do not have a constant need for help at night.

Communal housing enables you to live a life that matches your values and preferences and to maintain your well-being, health and relationships.

In communal housing, the wellbeing services county organises a rental dwelling for you in an accessible and safe environment. You furnish your own dwelling.

In addition to your dwelling, the communal housing facility has shared spaces and activities for residents. The service includes the care and attention you need. You can purchase other necessary services, such as meals, cleaning and laundry services. We support you in finding services.

In communal housing, you pay rent to the property owner and a client fee to the wellbeing services county. The client fee is determined based on the number of hours of home care received, your ability to pay and the size of your family.

The state pays the client fees of front-line veterans and disabled veterans who fought in Finland's wars. The veterans pay for the share of the rent.

If you or your loved one needs communal housing, contact Senior Info.